8-4 Generate Equivalent Fractions: Division

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numbers may be different. For example, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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How do you generate equivalent fractions using division?

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To generate equivalent fractions using division, divide the numerator and the denominator of a fraction by the same non-zero number. For example, for the fraction 4/8, dividing both the numerator and denominator by 4 gives 1/2.

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What is the first step in finding equivalent fractions?

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The first step in finding equivalent fractions is to choose a number to multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator.

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If you have the fraction 3/9, what is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction for 3/9 is 1/3, obtained by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 3.

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What is the relationship between the numerator and denominator in equivalent fractions?

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In equivalent fractions, the ratio of the numerator to the denominator remains the same, even if the actual numbers change.

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How can you check if two fractions are equivalent?

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To check if two fractions are equivalent, cross-multiply and see if the products are equal. For example, for 1/2 and 2/4, check if 1*4 = 2*2.

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What is the fraction 20/100 in its simplest form?

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The fraction 20/100 can be simplified to 1/5 by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 20.

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If you multiply the fraction 2/5 by 2, what is the result?

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Multiplying 2/5 by 2 gives 4/10, which is an equivalent fraction.

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What is the importance of understanding equivalent fractions?

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Understanding equivalent fractions is important because it helps in simplifying fractions, comparing them, and performing operations like addition and subtraction.

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Can you create an equivalent fraction for 5/15?

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An equivalent fraction for 5/15 is 1/3, obtained by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 5.